SWIFT/BIC code UWCBTWTP036
UWCBTWTP036 belongs to Cathay United Bank in Chiayi, Taiwan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | UWCBTWTP036 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | UWCBTWTP |
| Branch code | 036 |
| Bank | Cathay United Bank |
| Branch | Chiayi Branch |
| City | Chiayi |
| Country | Taiwan |
The way the Cathay United Bank SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- UWCB Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- TW Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- TP Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- 036 Branch code
- 3 characters for a specific branch. XXX means the head office.
Check before you send
- Ask the recipient which bank and branch the account is held at.
- Use the head office code (XXX) when no branch is specified.
- Make sure the country in the code matches the country of the account.
Frequently asked questions
Which branch is behind SWIFT code UWCBTWTP036?
The code UWCBTWTP036 belongs to Chiayi Branch, a unit of Cathay United Bank in Chiayi, Taiwan. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I enter UWCBTWTP036 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check UWCBTWTP036 with the recipient before you confirm.
Can I use UWCBTWTP instead of UWCBTWTP036?
UWCBTWTP is the head office of Cathay United Bank, while UWCBTWTP036 is Chiayi Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention UWCBTWTP036.
What does each part of UWCBTWTP036 stand for?
UWCB is the bank code of Cathay United Bank, TW stands for Taiwan, TP is the code for the city or region and 036 identifies the department Chiayi Branch.
Does Cathay United Bank have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 48 SWIFT/BIC codes for Cathay United Bank in Taiwan, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Cathay United Bank?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code UWCBTWTP036, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Taiwan is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.